Tournament Details

An opportunity for Badminton enthusiasts to compete at India's most renowned private sporting facility.

Tournament dates: 22nd to 24th September 2023

Last date to register: 20th September 2023

Age groups: 35-40, 41-45, 46-50, 51-55 (Men and Women)

Categories: Singles, Doubles, & Mixed Doubles

Cash prizes and Trophies for Winners and Runner-ups*

Tournament schedule:

Age categories 46 and above

22nd September: Initial round of matches

23rd September: Final round of matches

Age categories 35 - 40 and 41 - 45

23rd September: Initial round of matches

24th September: Final round of matches

Age cut-offs for registration:

35 and above category: 35 yrs - 40 yrs (Born b/w: 22/09/1983 & 22/09/1988)

41 and above category: 41 yrs - 45 yrs (Born b/w: 22/09/1978 & 21/09/1983)

46 and above category: 46 yrs - 50 yrs (Born b/w: 22/09/1973 & 21/09/1978)

51 and above category: 51 yrs - 55 yrs (Born b/w: 22/09/1968 & 21/09/1973)

Note 1: If your age is above 55 years, you may register in the '51 and above category'.

Note 2: Older athletes can choose to register in the younger category, but younger athletes cannot register in the older category.

Rules & Regulations:

• Yonex AS-2 feather shuttles will be used
• Entry fees will not be refunded
• Refreshments will be provided to all players.
• *Minimum 16 teams required in each category under each age group for the full cash prize to be awarded.

Reporting & Scheduling:

• Reporting time is 20 minutes before your scheduled match time. A 10-minute grace period will be given, beyond which the match will be forfeited.
• Original age proof must be shown at the time of reporting.
• No change of partners allowed.
• Matches will run according to the published schedule. Please plan your travel to the venue so you report 20 - 30 minutes before the match time.
• Changes to the schedule if any will be announced by the chief referee.

Match format and scoring:

• Categories with fewer than 12 entries will play a league format. Categories with more entries will play a knockout format.
• Matches in a league format will be a single game of 30 points. The first player/team to reach 30 will win the match.
• The winner for the category will be decided by the highest number of matches won. In case of a tie, the team with the highest point difference will be declared the winner.
• Matches in the knockout format will be best of 3 sets, 15-point games. The first player/team to reach 15 will win the set.
• All FINALS in the knockout categories will be best of 3 sets, 15-point games. 15 will be the golden point.

Code of conduct:

• Badminton non-marking shoes are mandatory
• The umpire’s decision will be final.
• Players are urged not to signal ‘IN’ or ‘OUT’ before the umpire makes a call.
• Non-marking shoes are mandatory for all players.
• Aggressive behaviour / abusive language is absolutely prohibited. The organisers reserve the right to disqualify players guilty of misconduct from the tournament.
• Disputes if any must be brought to the notice of the chief referee or organising team for arbitration.

Venue Etiquette:

• Please follow the visitor rules of the venue.
• Do not litter. Use garbage bins to dispose of waste.
• Please take care of your personal belongings. The organisers will not be responsible for any loss or damage.
• Only umpires, organisers and players who have a scheduled match are allowed on the court. Spectators and other players must occupy the gallery.

Medical Assistance:

• A fully equipped ambulance and a nurse will be stationed on the premises to handle medical emergencies and provide first aid.
• The organisers are not liable for injuries to players.

Fair Play:

• We appeal to all players to adhere to fair play. We urge you to make honest calls - you might lose a point but you will win the respect of your fellow players.
• It’s important to understand that we are getting together to have a fun day of sport. Camaraderie and the joy of playing badminton are our prime objectives.